Loft DK Shawl – by Fay Dashper-Hughes
This pattern can either be crocheted or knitted, depending on your preference.
Loft is a slightly asymmetric shawl that is crocheted from the narrowest point, getting wider as you go. It’s an easy pattern that uses two simple stitches and a series of colour changes to create definition and interest. This is a great on-the-go project as it’s easy to memorise and won’t boggle you. Inspired by a weekend away with lots of friends at Edinburgh Yarn Festival, the stripes represent the many flights of stairs to our city centre accommodation – The Loft.
The pattern structure is simple but effective and easy to memorise. It is worked sideways, starting at the smallest point, so your rows get longer as you work through the pattern.
Yarn
Yarn A: Crochet – KBN 80 / Knit – KBN 68; 1 skein
Yarn B: Crochet – KBN 82 / Knit – KBN 70; 1 skein
Yarn C: Crochet – KBN 84 / Knit – KBN 72; 1 skein
Blocked Dimensions
Crochet Version: depth of 86 cm, width at top edge of 174 cm
Knit Version: 72 cm deep, 234 cm wide
Hook & Needles
Crochet Version: 4 mm (G/6)
Knit Version: 4mm circular needles and 40cm plus cable
Gauge
Crochet Version: 16 stitches x 12 rows = 10 cm / 4″ over main pattern stitch
Knit Version: 20 sts x 30 = 10 cm / 4″ over blocked stocking stitch